Posts tagged Masters of Cinema

In 1925, one of America’s most popular film stars first started out in the movies. Whilst Gary Cooper may have been a face which dominated …

There are very few, if any, directors who have worked in Hollywood with a record of success equal to or better than Elia Kazan. The …

Whilst it might be a slightly tender subject, when a man reaches a certain age he often yearns for his more youthful and carefree years. …

James Cagney had one of the most interesting career arks in twentieth century Hollywood. He started out in cinema playing the tough guy in films …

Myths, legends and fairy tales have long fascinated humans, permeating into just about every society and culture around the world. Folklore, passed down by word …

Last month we lost one of the greatest composers of the modern era. Although André Previn had huge success working in jazz and classical music, …

Gloria Grahame was not your usual Hollywood star. Despite being obsessed by her looks later on in her career (to a worrying degree) her contract …

Bette Davis was an indomitable presence on screen. In a career which spanned over sixty years she became one of the most recognisable faces of …

Whilst Hollywood was well into its Golden Era, World War II may have caused many privations but it didn’t stop films being made. Indeed, all …

One word you would never use to describe Oliver Stone is ordinary. He’s made a reputation for his wild, crazy and testosterone-driven antics, both behind …